Description
A vibrant and healthy savory salad featuring fluffy quinoa chickpeas fresh mint parsley vegan feta and a shimmering lemon-maple dressing.
Ingredients
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185 g quinoa.
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165 g chickpeas.
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150 g cucumber.
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75 g red onion.
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15 g fresh parsley.
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10 g fresh mint.
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75 g vegan feta.
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40 g pistachios.
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45 ml olive oil.
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30 ml lemon juice.
Instructions
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Whisk olive oil lemon juice and maple syrup until a velvet emulsion forms.
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Combine cooked grains chickpeas cucumber and red onion in a large bowl.
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Fold in fresh parsley mint vegan feta and chopped pistachios.
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Pour dressing over the salad and toss until every grain is coated in a professional finish.
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Let rest for 20 minutes to allow the botanical flavors to meld.
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Serve chilled or at room temperature for a high-end social appetizer.
Notes
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Letting the salad rest for 20 minutes is the secret to a professional-grade depth of flavor for this Mediterranean Quinoa Salad.
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Fresh mint provides a sophisticated and savory foundation while adhering to dietary rules.
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This dish is naturally vegan and perfect for holiday social gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 mins.
- Cook Time: 15 mins.
- Category: Salads.
- Method: Mixing.
- Cuisine: Mediterranean.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl.
- Calories: ~ 310 kcal.
- Sugar: ~ 4 g.
- Sodium: ~ 380 mg.
- Fat: ~ 18 g.
- Saturated Fat: ~ 3 g.
- Unsaturated Fat: ~ 15 g.
- Trans Fat: ~ 0 g.
- Carbohydrates: ~ 32 g.
- Fiber: ~ 6 g.
- Protein: ~ 10 g.
- Cholesterol: ~ 0 mg.
Keywords: Mediterranean Quinoa Salad, Quinoa Chickpea Salad, Healthy Salad Recipes, Fresh Herb Salads, Pistachio Salad Ideas, New York Recipe.